Philadelphia Closing All Non-essential Businesses
Mayor of Philadelphia, Jim Kenney made an announcement Monday that beginning at 5 p.m. Monday, March 16 to at least March 27 the closure of non-essential businesses in Philadelphia will…
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Mayor of Philadelphia, Jim Kenney made an announcement Monday that beginning at 5 p.m. Monday, March 16 to at least March 27 the closure of non-essential businesses in Philadelphia will take effect.
Only essential commercial establishments should remain open and include:
- Supermarkets and grocery stores
- Big box stores
- Pharmacies
- Discount stores, mini-markets, and non-specialized food stores
- Daycare centers
- Hardware stores
- Gas stations
- Banks
- Post Offices
- Laundromats and dry cleaners
- Veterinary clinics for domestic pets and pet stores
Food establishments can stay open for carry out or delivery only.
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